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Barton Hills Apartments

Updated 2026-07-17 · 2,505 reviewed · 873 listed · Scored from 78 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.3(78) 68 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified Publishes prices
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Barton Hills Apartments
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Reviews
78

What we found

Barton Hills draws praise for its prime location near Barton Springs and amenities, with leasing staff and maintenance often going above and beyond. Multiple residents describe feeling at home here. However, serious complaints center on management conduct and maintenance failures: repeated AC breakdowns causing 94-degree indoor temperatures, water damage with visible mold, pest infestations left untreated, and allegations of privacy violations and retaliatory lease enforcement.

Praised for
  • responsive front office and maintenance staff
  • excellent location near Barton Springs and Zilker Park
  • well-maintained amenities (gym, pool, pickleball courts)
  • strong community feel and sense of home
Watch-outs
  • management rudeness and unprofessional conduct
  • persistent maintenance failures (AC, water damage, mold)
  • unaddressed pest problems
  • privacy violations and retaliatory lease practices
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Best for: professionals and couples drawn to walkable South Austin location and strong leasing/maintenance culture
Think twice if: you require reliable AC and rapid response to moisture issues, or value consistent management professionalism throughout your tenancy

What this place gets right

  • walking distance to Barton Springs and Zilker Park
  • direct trail access via greenbelt corridor
  • 24-hour fitness studio and boutique pool
  • staff known for personal service and problem-solving

Before you tour or apply

  • Staff members Christopher, Chelsea, and Marlowe named for going above and beyond
  • Maintenance issues included repeated AC failures causing 94-degree indoor temps and bathroom ceiling collapse with mold
  • Private greenbelt pathway connecting to Barton Creek Greenbelt
  • Pickleball courts located adjacent to some buildings, creating noise for nearby residents
  • Privacy concern: management entered at least one unit without prior consent

Resident ratings

Luxury Apartments
Staff praise offset by serious maintenance failures and management conduct complaints; location and amenities are standout strengths

How it stacks up

  • Rated 4.3 against a 4.02 average across the 628 luxury apartments businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 29% of the businesses in this directory.

What keeps coming up

greenbelt viewprivate access to greenbeltpickleball courtsbarton springscommunity feeldog friendlyzilker parksafe complexbalconyemergency maintenance

How we scored this

How We Score
Star rating 48
Review volume 82
Review recency 94
Review sentiment 48
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Breaking down the ratings

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57
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8
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8

FAQ

Can I bring pets?
Yes. The complex welcomes dogs and is pet-friendly.
Is the location walkable?
Yes. Barton Springs Pool and Zilker Park are within walking distance, with direct private pathway access to the Barton Creek Greenbelt.
What fitness options are available?
The complex has a 24-hour fitness studio and boutique pool. Pickleball courts are also on-site, though some units near the courts report noise.
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Last updated 2026-07-17